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HEALTHOct 6Bacteria in cocktail: Food Safety dept. files case against outlet in Keralam’s KannurThe action followed an analysis done at the Regional Analytical Laboratory at Malaparamba, Kozhikode.The Hindu
HEALTHOct 656 Ayushman Arogya Mandirs launched in Kurnool and AnantapurThese were part of the 267 Ayushman Arogya Mandirams (Health and Wellness centres) inaugurated by Health Minister Satya Kumar Yadav from Janardhanapuram in Krishna districtThe Hindu
HEALTHOct 6SIT raids three Bengaluru pharmacies, traces trail of fake medicine salesA Special Investigation Team (SIT) raided three pharmacies in Bengaluru, uncovering a trail of fake medicine sales. This action addresses a potential public health risk and illegal business activity.The Hindu
HEALTHOct 6Three-member panel to probe woman’s death at Kottayam Medical College Hospital in KeralamThe 49-year-old woman, a native of Changanassery, died on October 2 after her condition deteriorated following a hernia surgery at the hospitalThe Hindu
HEALTHOct 6Health Bulletin 06/October/2026Here are the top health stories for the day:MBBS Interns Must Get Stipends, Uniform Pay Across India May Not Be Feasible: NMCAlthough it may not be feasible to implement a uniform stipend policy for...medicaldialogues_in · india
HEALTHOct 6UCIL chief rejects link between uranium mining, health ailments in JharkhandUCIL) chairman-cum-managing director said the uranium ore mined in the State is of very low grade, with only 200-300 grams of uranium extracted per tonne of ore, and claimed it has little health impactThe Hindu
HEALTHOct 6Kerala CM’s statement on angioplasty becomes a talking point among doctorsIn a recent function, V.D. Satheesan had mentioned about avoiding unnecessary angioplasty. While many doctors object to the 'generalised statement,' a few agree with the CM that unnecessary procedures have become the norm. However, all agree that a person coming into the emergency with a suspected heart attack should in no way distrust the doctor. The Interventional Cardiology Council of Kerala says that public’s apprehension over “unnecessary” medical procedures should not delay life-saving treatment during an emergencyThe Hindu
HEALTHOct 6In Keralam, ‘affordable’ private health care is easier said than doneKeralam government’s efforts to draft a new Bill in this regard brings the Kerala Clinical Establishments (Registration and Regulations) Act 2018, back into focus; the private health sector is still holding out against the Act, which aims to bring the entire health sector, public and private, under a regulatory frameworkThe Hindu
HEALTHOct 5Fortis Healthcare Opens Information Centre in Abuja to Connect Nigerians with Advanced Medical Care in IndiaNew centre aims to make access to specialised treatment in India easier for Nigerian patients and families    A new Fortis Information Centre has been inaugurated in Abuja, creating a local point of contact for Nigerians seeking access to specialised and advanced medical treatment at Fortis hospitals in India.  The Information Centre, inaugurated on 1 […] The post Fortis Healthcare Opens Information Centre in Abuja to Connect Nigerians with Advanced Medical Care in India appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HEALTHOct 5SVIMS to provide free treatment to 623 poor patientsSVIMS plans to offer free medical treatment to a specified number of economically disadvantaged patients. This initiative aims to improve healthcare access for vulnerable populations.The Hindu
HEALTHOct 524x7 specialty care at Punalur taluk hospital is a success, says Keralam Health MinisterThe initiative, which aims at easing overcrowding at medical college hospitals and making specialist care available without delay, was piloted at the Punalur taluk hospitalThe Hindu
HEALTHOct 5Regular classes at Cusat School of Engineering shift online after chickenpox outbreakFour cases of chickenpox reported from a hostel block over the past few daysThe Hindu
HEALTHOct 5Cadaveric organ retrieval workshop held at Gadag medical collegeA workshop on cadaveric organ retrieval was conducted at Gadag medical college. This event focused on training related to organ procurement.The Hindu
HEALTHOct 5Public apprehension over unnecessary medical procedures should not delay treatment, say cardiologists in KeralamThe comments are in response to Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan’s remarks on avoiding unnecessary investigations and angioplastyThe Hindu
HEALTHOct 5Rabies and the missing deaths: Why do India’s official numbers differ so sharply from estimates? | ExplainedThe ICMR-led study found important gaps after animal bites; about one in five dog-bite victims had not received anti-rabies vaccine, while only 66.2% had received at least three doses and among those who received only one dose, nearly half did not complete the vaccination courseThe Hindu
HEALTHOct 4More beds, same woes as South Goa hospital struggles with patient surgeSouth Goa District Hospital’s 500 beds fall short amid patient surge: 2025 saw 43,693 admissions, 63,093 casualty cases and 4.6 lakh OPD visits; staff vacancies persist.toi · india
HEALTHOct 4Narayani Hospital observes World Heart Day in VelloreAccording to a press release, the ₹3 crore machine was introduced as part of its efforts to strengthen advanced cardiac surgical care facilities at the centreThe Hindu
HEALTHOct 4Free ayurvedic camp held at Andhra UniversityA free ayurvedic camp was organized and held at Andhra University. This event provided health services or consultations based on Ayurvedic principles to the community.The Hindu
HEALTHOct 4World Meningitis Day 2026: Bhopal Neurologists See 7-8 Patients Daily As Cases Rise In MPAhead of World Meningitis Day on October 5, Bhopal neurologists have flagged a rise in meningitis cases, with seven to eight patients consulting specialists daily. Doctors say September-November is a favourable period for cases and advise people to watch for key warning signs including sudden high fever, severe headache and neck stiffness.freepressjournal · india
HEALTHOct 4Negligence alleged in death of two pregnant women at Bihar’s Jamui hospitalHigh drama as video of Minister Shreyasi Singh shouting at Jamui Sadar Hospital management goes viral; District Magistrate forms a three-member team to probe the deathsThe Hindu
HEALTHOct 4Keralam Health department introduces district-level system to monitor medicine stocksThe district-level teams have been instructed to conduct direct inspections at hospital pharmacies and stores rather than relying solely on recordsThe Hindu
HEALTHOct 4500 students join Bengaluru run to open up conversations on mental health500 students participated in a run in Bengaluru to promote conversations about mental health. This event highlights efforts to raise awareness and reduce stigma around mental well-being.The Hindu
HEALTHOct 4Rabies deaths recorded in India far lesser than estimates from ICMR-led studyHealth Ministry’s surveillance programme reported 50 deaths in 2023, while Registrar-General recorded 271 fatalities the same year; however, ICMR study says 5,726 people die of rabies annuallyThe Hindu
HEALTHOct 4Telangana Medical Council uncovers unauthorised modern medicine practices at several health centres in Kalwakurthy and AmangalThe Telangana Medical Council has discovered unauthorized modern medicine practices at multiple health centers in Kalwakurthy and Amangal. This raises concerns about healthcare standards and patient safety in the region.The Hindu